Videos

What happens when your best laid plans go astray? Broody hens can be pretty determined!

New Zealand Horse advocate and author, Julie Smart joins Barbara O'Brien in a conversation not just about training, but about retraining ourselves to listen, to watch, and to feel the subtle cues that horses give us when trying to communicate. We talk about how spending undemanding time with our horses…

Author Susan Friedland shares when she first saw the wild horses made famous in Marguerite Henry's Misty of Chincoteague while researching for her own book, Marguerite, Misty & Me during pony penning days.

Susan Friedland and I explore the world of Marguerite Henry, a beloved author whose stories have enchanted readers for years. From "Misty of Chincoteague" to "King of the Wind" and so many others, Henry's books have made a lasting impression on people of all ages. We talk about how much…

Join Barbara O'Brien as she chats with Laura Carter, a dog whisperer and author, about the secrets to bonding with your dog, even during indoor downtime or when they're on rest. Laura shares practical tips for keeping your pup mentally engaged, including fun activities like scent work. They also debunk…

Join us for an intriguing journey into the world of cats with Julie Ann Thorne, a certified behaviorist and author. Inspired by her rescue cat Pickle, Julie founded Naturally Cats and wrote the enlightening book, "Cat Chakras." Discover Julie's deep bond with Pickle and her fresh take on being a…

In this interview, Barbara O'Brien talks with Kara Wilhelmsen from Creature Comforts Pet Services about her approach to animal training. Kera stresses the importance of kindness and understanding when working with animals, rather than using fear or intimidation. She shares her experiences working with dogs, including her own challenges with…

A litter of corgi puppies visit the farm and chaos ensues!

My lovely sheep and chickens devouring a cherry pie.

Fun little video of my new horse, Pages September Gold, (barn name, Teddy Sharpe) on his first day at my farm. We will be working slowly and carefully to integrate him into our herd.

Lockie Phillips, Founder of Emotional Horsemanship, joins us on our podcast to share his insights on empathy and horses. He tells us how we can reimagine horse training and move beyond obedience to establish a deeper connection based on compassion. Lockie believes that training programs should be horse centered and…

Tune in to hear Lynn Acton, acclaimed author and horse trainer, share practical tips on how to build trust and connection with your horse. Learn about the basics of earning trust, using clear body language, moving away from dominance based training, and understanding horses' emotions. Lynn also talks about being…

Join us as we chat with Kerri Lake, author of Listen like a Horse and Spiritually Gifted. Kerri explains the value of awareness and the importance of being present in our lives. She shares how this self-awareness has helped her communicate and connect with horses.

Join us at@empathetic-trainer as we speak with cat behaviorist, Mikel Delgado about how your cat's name can affect its personality and why it's hard for some cats to just get along. Learn about Mikel's journey from being in a punk rock band to cat expert. Learn how to make a…

Ever wondered about the unspoken language between humans and horses? Dr. Susan Fay takes us on a journey that transcends the bonds of traditional horse training. Through her book, "Sacred Spaces: Communion with the Horse through Science and Spirit," Dr. Fay offers a compelling narrative that blends her professional expertise…

When Dr. Ian Dunbar talks about dogs, it's impossible not to sit up and listen. His latest work, "Barking Up the Right Tree," is more than a book; it's a manifesto for compassionate canine companionship that promises to redefine our relationships with our four-legged friends. Tales of cows with personality…

Ever wished you could truly understand the world of horses? Longed for a deeper connection that transcends conventional horse training? Join host, Barbara O'Brien as we talk with with liberty trainer Tiffany Stauffer of Grace and Grit Horsemanship, who left the financially secure world of engineering to start her own…

Chris Kman, photographer and wild horse advocate shares with us her work to preserve the wild horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. The Park Service has proposed eliminating the horses from the park completely. Join us as Chris explains what is happening and what you can do…

Join photographer and host of of the Empathetic Trainer Podcast, Barbara O'Brien as she spins mostly true tales from her many years as an animal actor trainer. This episode, A TIGER'S TALE is about a wayward tiger and what happens when he doesn't follow the script. Do you remember the…

Join us as Empathic Trainer host, Barbara O'Brien, interviews guest, Katenna Jones, who transitioned from a volunteer dog walker as a teen to a certified applied animal behaviorist and fear free trainer consultant.

Prepare for a journey into the mystifying world of felines as we welcome Julie-Anne Thorne, an empath author, certified behaviorist, psychologist, and more importantly, a holistic cat therapist.

Join us as we chat with Kerri Lake, author of Listen like a Horse and Spiritually Gifted. Kerri explains the value of awareness and the importance of being present in our lives. She shares how this self-awareness has helped her communicate and connect with horses.

Equine photographer, Shelley Paulson shares with us the life changing event that caused her to take a different career path and how her growing understanding of how horses think and feel has changed how she views them with a whole new lens.

Mary Corning is an award-winning author, horse advocate, mentor and retreat facilitator. Mary’s book, "Perfect Practice", is about how to connect and communicate with people and horses by removing resistance and finding freedom of expression.